a fresh coat of "paint"

i was just updating my blog and exploring new features, and decided to give celestial its first makeover in 3.5 years. it's interesting how a simple change of colour theme makes such a big difference. i like this new breath of fresh air...

i'm always drawn to polka dots, so i've kept the dots, just went for a lighter, fresher background shade. what do you think?

if darker clothes make one look slimmer, then does a lighter shade make my blog look fatter or wider instead? ;)

before and now: